[SR: 2051290], Paperback, [EAN: 9780635022943], Gallopade International, Gallopade International, Book, [PU: Gallopade International], Gallopade International, Who were the very first people to live in Missouri? Who lived, played and hunted where your home and school stand today? American Indians, of course. This book will help you discover the often neglected story of a society where the adults were the ones who played games, where dreams were taken very seriously, where your family was protected by the spirit of an animal and where thieves could steal your name. This A-Z look at Missouri Indians emphasizes Indian pride, culture, skills and creativity. Includes women Indians + math problems, writing activities and questions for discussion. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions & instructions on how to get max educational value from this book. , 2358, Multicultural, 2351, Biographies, 4, Children's Books, 1000, Subjects, 283155, Books, 3099, Native North & South Americans, 3094, Multicultural Stories, 3344091011, Geography & Cultures, 4, Children's Books, 1000, Subjects, 283155, Books

One of the most popular misconceptions about American Indians is that they are all the same-one homogenous group of people who look alike, speak the same language, and share the same customs and history. Nothing could be further from the truth! This book gives kids an A-Z look at the Native Americans that shaped their state's history. From tribe to tribe, there are large differences in clothing, housing, life-styles, and cultural practices. Help kids explore Native American history by starting with the Native Americans that might have been in their very own backyard! Some of the activities include crossword puzzles, fill in the blanks, and decipher the code.